Gay Open House: A healthy dose of Vitamin Sea

May 14, 2021 Queer Forty Staff 5 min read

There’s nothing quite like a sea view. This month’s LGBTQ Real Estate feature is focused firmly on the restorative effects of the ocean and vistas you’ll find hard to resist.

From Spain to the French Riviera and the Italian island of Sardinia we’ve got the perfect investments ready and waiting. Just bring your binoculars. Our monthly real estate feature sees us team up again with Welshman Rhodri Ellis Owen and Canadian Jameson Farn at LGBTQ Real Estate to bring you some of the finest real estate on the planet. Based in the south of France, but covering properties all over Europe, the guys at LGBTQ Real Estate pride dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ sellers, buyers and their friends find their perfect property match.

Eze, French Riviera

Extraordinary property on the market situated at the edge of the Mediterranean Sea with panoramic views overlooking Eze-sur-Mer towards the Principality of Monaco.

Built in 1961, this villa has all the classic designs of the era with moderate updates over the decades. It is now ready for someone to invest all their creative juices into this one-of-a-kind and very rare property on the Cote d’Azur.

Overall this property is in general good condition and sits on a plot of 1000m2.

The villa itself offers 360sqm of living space and includes an elevator, separate caretaker house and garage. There is enough space within the home to include a fitness room, home theatre and sauna along with other amenities of your choice.

Here you can literally drive out of the garage and be in Monaco within 7 minutes.

There are also lovely beach restaurants within walking distance to the village of Eze-sur-Mer along with the train station. Have a yacht? It can be moored out front.

Yours for 7,500,000 Euro

What’s happening in Eze?

The villa’s coastal location makes navigating the surrounding area’s a breeze. Travel up the coast, and you’ll hit Monaco, Menton, and eventually, Italy. You don’t need us to tell you how glamorous and LGBTQ+ friendly this part of the world is. Get packing!

Calpe, Spain

To see the sea from your own infinity pool is surely the ultimate I’ve made it moment.

Share this moment and many more with your friends and family from your pool, outdoor jacuzzi and expansive terrace which make up this incredible Spanish seafront luxury villa (484m2) in Calpe on Spain’s Costa Blanca.

With access to the beach and those panoramic views of the sea and the iconic 322 meter high Peñon de Ifach, you’ll never tire of the vista in front of you.

Built in 2011 the 4-bed, 4-bath villa has garaging, air-conditioning and a Spa area with heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, fully-equipped fitness centre, bar and billiard room.

Everything you will ever need for a dream life in the sun.

Yours for 2,590,000 Euro

What’s up Costa Blanca?

Costa Blanca is famed for its clear blue waters and miles of white sandy beaches. Beautiful mountains run towards the sea on its north coast. Here you can discover ancient Moorish villages while to the south you’ll will find beaches festooned with palm trees. The region’s LGBTQ+ nightlife is as sparkling as its turquoise seaside.

Sardinia, Italy

Now for something a little different.

If you’re looking for a prime piece of real estate to develop, this is it!

Located on the gorgeous island of Sardinia in Italy we have 13 hectares of land with a sea view close to the beaches on the market and ready for your own creativity.

Family-owned for generations, this land is already pre-approved for your own private villa construction with other options for this property being ideal for a gay boutique hotel maybe, apartment development or commercial space

All this for 1,100,000 Euro

Gay Sardinia

For those seeking some epic night-life, look no further than the Costa Smeralda area which is a popular area for Italian stars of showbiz. Alghero and Sassari Pride events happen in the beginning of July, and both destinations within Sardinia are especially friendly to LGBTQ+ visitors.